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3 years ago

Hello:) is it true that the oceanic plate always sub ducts under the continental plate?

Geography

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Vikki [24]3 years ago

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Answer:

Yes

Explanation:

Oceanic crust is denser than continental crust because it is made of basaltic rock. Basaltic rock is denser than silicate rocks which make up continental crust.

For this reason, it can be said that the continental crust is more 'buoyant' than the oceanic crust. Thus, when the two crusts meet at a subduction zone and collide, one of them has to give way. The denser crust ends up subducting (giong underneath) the less dense crust, and the continental crust gets pushed up to form mountain ranges like the Andes or the Rockies.

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3 years ago

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False

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This may create a reverse loop in the system and create hindrances in the environmental settings. As the environment is likely to create opportunities for the growth and development of man and his surroundings.

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3 Countries with Petroleum

1. Iran

2. Iraq

3. Kuwait

3 Countries with Gold

1. China

2. Russia

3. Australia

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1. Iraq's petroleum industry is very important for its economy. Before its international embargo, it became a major exporter of crude oil.

2. Iran has one of the largest petroleum reserves in the world. Just like Iraq, it also became a major exporter of crude oil. However, due to wars and sanctions, export revenue declined.

3. Kuwait is a tiny country that is rich in oil. It's largest industry is "petroleum industry," and it is owned by the government.

4. China is considered to be the largest gold-producer in the world. Although it only has a few gold reserves, many people are into gold-mining.

5. Next to China is Russia. It is second when it comes to the accumulation of gold, yet it is only in 6th position when it comes to gold reserve.

6. Australia is perceived to overtake China's position in the coming years as the largest producer of gold in the world. This is because of Australia's cost-effective mining and plans for major expansion.

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